{"product_id":"american-range-arcm-36-cheese-melters-1","title":"American Range  Cheese Melters - ARCM-36","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"pd-title\"\u003eAmerican Range  Cheese Melters - ARCM-36\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pd-subtitle\"\u003e35,000 BTU • 11.0 kW • ETL Certified • Made in USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pd-lead\"\u003eGive every plate the perfect golden finish. The American Range ARCM-36 Cheesemelter uses a powerful infrared burner to melt cheese, glaze desserts, and brown entrées in seconds—freeing up your main oven and speeding service when it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pd-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle 35,000 BTU atmospheric infrared burner delivers instant, even radiant heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual control with standing pilot for quick ignition and precise browning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne chrome-plated rack with 3 position guides handles everything from au gratin dishes to 2\" hotel pans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-gauge stainless steel front, sides, and top stand up to the rigors of a busy kitchen and wipe clean fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-width removable drip pan keeps your work area spotless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eField-versatile mounting: countertop, wall, or above an AR-Series range (brackets\/legs sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4\" rear gas connection supplied with pressure regulator.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-cly1{text-align:left;vertical-align:middle}\n.tg .tg-wa1i{font-weight:bold;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eARCM-36\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e36\" \/ 914 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOverall Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e19 3⁄16\" \/ 487 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOverall Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e15\" \/ 381 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eBurners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e1 infrared\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eHeat Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e35,000 BTU\/hr (11.0 kW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eRack Positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eGas Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e3\/4\" NPT (rear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eGas Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eNatural or LP (specify when ordering)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3pv0tx\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eThe American Range ARCM-36 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"108\"\u003ecommercial-grade 36\" infrared cheese melter\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for fast finishing, browning, and melting applications in busy restaurant kitchens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bf9khq\" data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eIt uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"215\" data-end=\"281\"\u003ehigh-efficiency infrared burner system rated around 35,000 BTU\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering intense, focused top heat for perfectly melted cheese, gratins, and caramelized finishes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11o0782\" data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"592\"\u003eWe like its \u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"480\"\u003estainless steel heavy-duty construction\u003c\/strong\u003e, which ensures durability, corrosion resistance, and reliable performance in high-heat commercial environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sq3soe\" data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eadjustable rack system with multiple positions\u003c\/strong\u003e gives chefs precise control over product distance from the heat source, allowing better control over browning intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2e6og1\" data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"810\"\u003efull-width removable drip pan\u003c\/strong\u003e makes cleanup fast and practical—important in high-output kitchens where speed matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"l8b3st\" data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"958\"\u003emanual gas controls with standing pilot ignition\u003c\/strong\u003e provide dependable, low-maintenance operation and consistent daily usability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"evpr0q\" data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eIts \u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003e36-inch countertop or range-mounted design\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it versatile for integration into existing commercial kitchen lines or wall-mounted setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e               \u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A  \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the American Range ARCM-36 used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The ARCM-36 is a commercial gas cheese melter designed for quickly browning, melting cheese, finishing dishes, and lightly broiling foods in restaurants and professional kitchens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: How powerful is the ARCM-36 cheese melter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It delivers approximately 30,000–35,000 BTU of heat through an infrared burner system for fast, even surface finishing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What size is the ARCM-36?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is a 36-inch wide countertop or wall-mounted unit with a compact 18-inch depth, ideal for tight commercial kitchen spaces. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What kind of heating system does it us?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It uses high-efficiency atmospheric infrared burners that deliver intense radiant heat for fast melting and browning without overcooking food underneath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Does it offer adjustable rack positions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes. It includes a chrome-plated rack with multiple (typically 3) position settings to control distance from the heat source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is the ARCM-36 easy to clean?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes. It features a removable full-width drip pan that collects food debris and grease for quick cleanup and maintenance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What materials is it built from?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The unit is constructed from heavy-duty stainless steel on the front, sides, and top for durability and long-term commercial use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                 \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips   \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:da21cd95-a99e-4b35-9da7-a99fd8768dd5-8\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto 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